1987 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Uno |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
